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USL best of 6.23 - 6.27

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2025 42:42


The best of Unsportsmanlike with Evan, Canty & Michelle where they talk about Kevin Durant trade to Rockets, Aaron Rodgers saying this year will be his last year, Masai Ujiri leaving the Raptors and Josh Kroenke brings up bringing up trading Nikola Jokic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 4: Masai Ujiri Out

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2025 49:57


Masai Ujiri is out as Raptors Vice Chairman & President. Where is he going to end up? What ripple effects could this have on the league? Is Ace Bailey actually going to show up for the Jazz? Also, ESPN BET's Joe Fortenbaugh joins the show. Plus, Canty's Best Bet, and the most UnSportsmanLike moments of the day! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 3: Last Year...Today!

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2025 49:38


On June 27th, 2024 Damien Woody said Jordan Love was on trajectory to be the best QB in the NFL. Could he still end up becoming that? Also, how worried should the Bucks be about losing Giannis? Plus, SportsCenter's 50 States in 50 Days kicks off today. Which event would be the most fun to be part of? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 2: Lakers Outlook

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2025 49:34


What do the Lakers need to do to change their outcome next season? ESPN NBA Reporter Tim Bontemps joins to discuss that, and all of the fallout of the NBA Draft. Also, ESPN NFL Front Office Insider Mike Tannenbaum stops by. Plus, I'm Over It! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 1: Caleb's Success

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2025 49:01


What does success look like for Caleb Williams? Also, is Ace Bailey actually going to show up for the Jazz? How worried should the Bucks be about losing Giannis? Plus, Ex-Ravens kicker Justin Tucker gets 10-week ban from NFL. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 4: Long Term Luka?

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2025 50:26


Are we certain that Luka will be with the Lakers long term? Who are the biggest winner & losers from round 1 of the NBA Draft? Also, ESPN BET's Joe Fortenbaugh joins the show. Plus, Canty's Best Bet, and the most UnSportsmanLike Moments of the Day! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 3: Challengers to the Champs

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2025 49:15


Was Ace Bailey's attempt to manipulate the draft a flop? Are the Hawks now in the mix for an NBA Championship this year? Also, Respeck It or Check It. Plus, how much hope do the Lakers have next year? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 2: Winners & Losers

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2025 49:30


Who are the biggest winner & losers from round 1 of the NBA Draft? ESPN NBA Front Office Insider Bobby Marks joins to discuss that and much more. Also, Plus, I'm Over It! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 1: Round 1 Reaction

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2025 49:19


Day 1 of the NBA Draft is in the books! What was the biggest takeaway? Are the Mavs now the biggest challengers to the Thunder? What would be a success for Cooper Flagg's career? Plus, an arbiter says NFL urged clubs to limit guaranteed deals, but didn't collude. What do these findings mean? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 4: Who Said It?!?!

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2025 49:56


Is this Aaron Rodgers' last year in the NFL? What is their plan moving forward? Josh Kroenke threw out that the Nuggets could trade Nikola Jokic. Could that actually happen? Also, this week's version of Who Said It. Plus, Canty's Best Bet, and the most UnSportsmanLike moments of the day! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 3: Farewell Tour!?!

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2025 49:00


Evan says stop comparing Aaron Rodgers' retirement to Derek Jeter's. What week will Steelers fans turn on Rodgers? The Mavericks signed Kyrie Irving to a 3-year deal. How serious are they as contenders? Does this mean Jason Kidd is staying for sure? Also, ESPN Basketball Analyst Cory Alexander stops by to preview the NBA Draft. Plus, Evan has a tall son. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 2: Trading Jokic?!

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2025 49:46


Josh Kroenke threw out that the Nuggets could trade Nikola Jokic. Could that actually happen? Also, ESPN NFL Reporter Kimberley A. Martin joins the show to discuss Aaron Rodgers retirement tour. Plus, I'm Over It! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 1: Tear Down?

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2025 48:54


Do the Celtics need to tear it down and trade Jayson Tatum? Also, the Mavericks signed Kyrie Irving to a 3-year deal. How serious are they as contenders? Does this mean Jason Kidd is staying for sure? Plus, is this Aaron Rodgers' last year in the NFL? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 4: Laura Rutledge & Tim MacMahon join the show

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2025 50:20


NFL Live's Laura Rutledge joins the show to talk about NFL Live being at Tight End U today. ESPN NBA Reporter Tim MacMahon joins the talk about the Kevin Durant move, and much more. Also, Canty responds to Markieff Morris being critical of him on Get Up. Plus, Canty's Best Bet, and the most UnSportsmanLike moment of the day! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 3: Adam Schefter joins the show

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2025 50:16


ESPN NFL Insider Adam Schefter joins the show to discuss the latest with the Cowboys & Micah Parsons, Trey Hendrickson & the Bengals, and much more. Also, what should we expect from Shedeur Sanders? Plus, All the Small Things! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 2: Michelle Ether's Caleb Williams

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2025 49:39


What the heck is going on with Ace Bailey heading into the NBA Draft? Caleb Williams took a shot at Packers fans, and Michelle claps back. Also, the cre plays "Believe It or Can't See It. Plus, I'm Over It! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 1: Celtics Trade

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2025 49:38


The Celtics traded Jrue Holiday to the Blazers overnight. What could this mean for Boston moving forward? What is the Eastern Conference going to look like next year? Plus, Canty's Power Rankings of who has the most pressure on them heading into next NBA season! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 4: Is there a new dynasty brewing in the NBA?

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2025 48:42


Could the Thunder be the next dynasty in the NBA? Can the Pacers bounce back from this? Former NBA Player Darren Collison joins the show to discuss that and more. Plus, Canty's Best Bet, and the most UnSportsmanLike moments of the day! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 3: Does KD make the Rockets a title Contender?

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2025 49:06


Tyrese Haliburton left Game 7 of the NBA Finals with an Achilles injury. What does this mean for the future of the Pacers, and the Eastern Conference overall? Plus, will the Knicks and the Wolves regret not trading for Durant? Does this deal make the Rockets a title contender? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 2: What's next for the Pacers?

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2025 48:48


What's next for the Pacers now that they've lose the Finals and Haliburton? ESPN NBA Analyst Alan Hahn stops by to discuss that and more. Also, Upon Further Review with Canty. Plus, I'm Over It! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 1: OKC wins their first ever NBA Title

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2025 48:10


The Thunder defeat the Pacers in game 7 and won the NBA Championship. Could this be a dynasty in the making? Tyrese Haliburton left the due to an Achilles injury. Did the Pacers fail him? Also, which team will regret not trading for KD? Does this deal make the Rockets a title contender? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Best of 6/16 - 6/20

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2025 42:46


The best of Unsportsmanlike with Evan, Canty and Michelle where they talk about the Panthers winning the Stanley Cup, what's the future of LeBron after Lakers sell the team, talk about the Dolphins and more with former NFL offensive tackle Terron Armstead and if Kevin Durant is good enough to help a team win a title. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 4: House Money?

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2025 49:49


What should we expect in Game 7? Are the Pacers playing with house money in game 7? Also, will KD be over/under .5 championships for the rest of his career? Plus, Canty's Best Bet, and the most UnSportsmanLike moments of the day! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 3: GOOOOOLDDDBEEEEEERG

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2025 49:21


Michelle reviews the WCW Championship match between Goldberg & Hulk Hogan from 1998. Also, what should we expect in Game 7 of the NBA Finals? What will it take for the Thunder to bounce back? Plus, will Kevin Durant ever win another championship? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 2: Thunder Collapse?

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2025 49:04


The Pacers extended the series last night, and we have a Game 7 in the NBA Finals. Who do we think will be the team to finally win it all? Andscape Senior Writer & ESPN Radio Host David Dennis Jr. joins to discuss that and more. Also, Plus, I'm Over It! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 1: Pacers Survive

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2025 50:27


The Pacers extended the series last night, and we have a Game 7 in the NBA Finals. Who do we think will be the team to finally win it all? What will it take for the Thunder to bounce back in Game 7? Also, is Kevin Durant good enough at this point to bring a team a championship? Plus, Can He or Canty! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 4: Should Haliburton Play?

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2025 49:34


Would it be smart for the Pacers to play Tyrese Haliburton? 2x NBA Champion Norris Cole joins to discuss that and more. Plus, Clinton Yates joins the show to discuss the Lakers being sold for $10 billion! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 3: LeBron Leaving?

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2025 50:13


Are we sure that LeBron is going to be a Laker next year? Do the Knicks need to swoop in for KD at this point? Also, ESPN Baseball Insider Buster Olney joins the show to talk about Rafael Devers, and much more. Plus, which wrestling match is Michelle going to review tomorrow?! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 2: USL vs. Joe & Q

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2025 49:29


The Buss family is selling the Lakers for $10B. What does this actually mean for them moving forward? What should the Suns do with Kevin Durant? Also, ESPN BET's Joe Fortenbaugh joins the show to address a show beef. Plus, I'm Over It! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 1: Selling the Lakers

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2025 49:13


The Buss family is selling the Lakers for $10B. What does this actually mean for them moving forward? What impact does the Lakers sale have on LeBron James and his future? Also, would it be smart for the Pacers to play Tyrese Haliburton? Plus, Respect It or Check It! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 4: Caitlin Clark Scuffle

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2025 50:00


Was the Caitlin Clark/Suns scuffle a big deal? Where is the best landing spot for Kevin Durant? Also, Who Said It. Plus, Canty's Best Bet, and the most UnSportsmanLike moments of the day! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 3: What Makes a Dynasty?

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2025 50:15


The Florida Panthers won their 2nd Stanley Cup in a row yesterday. Are they a dynasty? Also, should Tyrese Haliburton play in Game 6? ESPN BET's Joe Fortenbaugh joins to discuss all of that and more. Plus, does LeBron have a point when discussing ring culture? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 2: Biggest Distractions

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2025 49:14


The Florida Panthers won their 2nd Stanley Cup in a row yesterday. Are they a dynasty? Also, who should be the Week 1 starter for the Browns? What are the biggest distractions heading into this NFL season? Plus, I'm Over It! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 1: Panthers win the Cup

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2025 49:15


The Florida Panthers won their 2nd Stanley Cup in a row yesterday. Are they officially a dynasty? LeBron talked about ring culture. How should we view his career compared to MJ? Also, should Tyrese Haliburton play in Game 6? Plus, where is the best landing spot for Kevin Durant? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 4: Darren Collison & Terron Armstead join the show

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2025 49:43


Former NBA Player Darren Collision joins the show to discuss the NBA Finals, and where he thinks Kevin Durant could land. Also, 5x Pro Bowler Terron Armstead stops by the studio to talk about why he is so confident in Tua & Mike McDaniel, and much more. Plus, Canty's Best Bet, and the most UnSportsmanLike Moments of the Day! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 3: Adam Schefter joins the show

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2025 49:51


ESPN NFL Insider Adam Schefter joins and explains what he thinks will happen with Micah Parsons, if Shedeur will be the Week 1 starter, and much more! Also, All the Small Things. Plus, did Rick Carlisle cost the Pacers in Game 5? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 2: Durant's Future

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2025 48:24


Where is Kevin Durant going to be playing next season? What is the biggest takeaway from Game 5 of the NBA Finals? Also, are the Cowboys messing up negotiations with Micah Parson? Plus, I'm Over It! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 1: One Win Away

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2025 49:06


The Thunder thoroughly won Game 5 to take a 3-2 lead. Is this series already over? Should Tyrese Haliburton have played even though he was hurt? Plus, Canty's Top 5 superstars in sports right now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 4: Will Smith's New Song

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2025 49:21


Evan & Canty hear Will Smith's new song for the first time, and have very different reactions. Does Kevin Durant make any team a true contender right now? Also, ESPN NBA Reporter Tim Bontemps joins the show. Plus, Canty's Best Bet, and the most UnSportsmanLike moments of the day! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 3: Bobby Marks joins the show

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2025 50:00


ESPN NBA Front Office Insider Bobby Marks joins the show to discuss what could happen with KD, Giannis and more. Plus, what does the Desmond Bane trade mean for Memphis? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 2: Is Giannis an Underachiever?

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2025 49:22


If Giannis only wins 1 championship, is it unfair to call him an underachiever? Are the Knicks making a big mistake not going after Kevin Durant? Also, Upon Further Review with Canty. Plus, I'm Over It! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 1: What a Weekend!

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2025 49:02


Evan & Canty reacts to a wild weekend in sports that involved blockbuster trades in MLB and the NBA, an awesome US Open finish and much more. Plus, what are the Phoenix Suns going to do with Kevin Durant? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Best of USL: Week of 6.9

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2025 42:42


This is the best of Unsportsmanlike with Evan, Canty and Michelle where they talk about the best landing spot for Kevin Durant, Canty's Top 5 NBA teams that need to win NBA summer, Michelle's Wrestling Review and go Four Downs with top NFL questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 4: Jeremy Schaap & Marc Kestecher join the show

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2025 50:04


Jeremy Schaap joins the show to discuss his newest feature about Scot Pollard. NBA on ESPN Radio's Marc Kestecher stops by to discuss all things NBA Finals. Also, Four Downs. Plus, Kevin Clark's best bet, and the most UnSportsmanLike moment of the day! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 3: Hell in a Cell

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2025 49:26


Is Game 4 a must-win for the Thunder? How many superstars are there in the NBA? Also, can Aaron Rodgers actually make it work in Pittsburgh? Plus, Michelle reviews the iconic Hell in a Cell match between Undertaker vs. Mankind! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 2: Hurts vs. Burrow

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2025 49:56


Who is the better QB right now: Joe Burrow or Jalen Hurts? ESPN BET's Joe Fortenbaugh joins to discuss that and more. Also, will Trevor Lawrence finally take the next step? Plus, I'm Over It! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 1: Cup Craziness

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2025 49:10


Game 4 of the Stanley Cup Final was crazy. Can Scottie Scheffler bounce back at the US Open? Also, how many superstars are there in the NBA? Plus, can the Cowboys actually figure it out this year? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 4: Bengals Drama Continues

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2025 50:07


Shemar Stewart has left mandatory minicamp. What should we expect from the Bengals this year? Also, where does Kevin Durant fit the best? ESPN Senior Writer Andre Snellings joins to discuss that and more. Plus, Canty's Best Bet, and the most UnSportsmanLike moments of the day! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 3: Peter Schrager & Michael Collins join the show!

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2025 49:33


ESPN NFL Analyst Peter Schrager makes his UnSportsmanLike debut, and discusses the Knicks & the Steelers. Also, ESPN Golf Analyst Michael Collins stops by to get you set for the US Open. Plus, which is more likely: KD will be a New York Knick or the Knicks hire a coach who is currently coaching another team? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 2: Must Win?

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2025 42:30


The Pacers beat the Thunder in game 3 last night. Is Game 4 a must win for OKC? Can the Bengals be successful building around their receivers? Also, Can He or Canty. Plus, I'm Over It! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 1: Pacers Win Again

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2025 49:49


The Pacers beat the Thunder in game 3 last night. Are they a team of destiny? What is the Knicks plan for head coach? Also, where is the best landing spot for Kevin Durant? Plus, what's going to happen with Giannis? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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